Since February is Children's Dental Health Month, there is no better time to raise awareness about the importance of optimal oral hygiene for our young ones. As parents, it's crucial to instill good dental habits early on to set the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles for your children. Here are some tips to help you best navigate your... read more »
As Valentine’s Day beckons, and amidst the chocolates and flowers, there's an opportunity to celebrate love in its myriad forms – starting with self-love. Your smile, that unique expression of your inner joy, deserves attention. Luckily, our Valley View Dental dentists offer a variety of transformative cosmetic dentistry options to enhance and cherish your smile. This Valentine’s Day, why not... read more »
You probably already know that dental X-rays are an essential part of dentistry today. They provide valuable insights into the health of your teeth and the supporting structures that are not visible during a routine dental examination alone. Today, we are looking at what you need to know about dental X-rays, including how they contribute to helping you maintain the... read more »
One of the many things we love about March is that it celebrates Dental Assistants Recognition every year in March. The American Dental Assistants Association designated this celebration as the perfect time to recognize the versatile, multi-talented members of our dental team. For us, that means recognizing our amazing dental assistants! Why Appreciate Your Dental Assistant? Your dental assistant makes sure... read more »
Do you know what your temporomandibular joints are and what they do? These vital joints act as hinges connecting your lower jaw to the rest of your head. When these joints become stressed, injured or misaligned, we call this a TMJ disorder (or TMD). The leading cause of TMD is stress, which causes bruxism (teeth grinding and clenching), arthritis in... read more »
Our dentists have the expertise to help your entire family with quality dental care, including providing senior dental care for aging smiles. We have been helping seniors maintain healthy smiles and provide quality dental restorations for missing teeth by combining the latest technology with compassionate dental care so that your teeth look and feel great while also having a positive... read more »
The slower summer months are a great time to make your smile look its best for all those special occasions you might be attending. One of the fastest ways to transform your smile is with teeth whitening, or for a more dramatic and long-lasting effect, dental veneers! Custom Dental Veneers Our porcelain dental veneers are ultra-thin shells that are bonded... read more »
Did you know that laughter (both spontaneous and self-induced) doesn't just elevate your mood, it changes body chemistry and brain function that can extend your life? Laughing can make you live longer by boosting your immune system. It's also great for your mental health by reducing stress, anxiety and brain fog. May 1st, 2022 is World Laughter Day -- an... read more »
We observe Oral Cancer Awareness Month in April, along with the Head and Neck Cancer Alliance to draw attention to this often fatal disease and how early detection is the key to surviving cancer. Oral, head, and neck cancer typically starts within the squamous cells lining the moist, mucosal surfaces in the head and neck. Oral mucosa is a unique... read more »
Are your teeth crooked, gapped, or misaligned? If so then you know how uncomfortable and embarrassing it can feel. Even so, you might be hesitant to seek treatment because you don't want to wear braces to solve the problems. The good news is, not only can we help you remedy these issues discreetly using the Invisalign® system, but many insurance... read more »
